The Duchess of Cambridge returns to the spotlight

Last night, a sparkling Duchess of Cambridge attended her first gala dinner since the birth of Prince George in July.

Accompanied by a rather dapping-looking William, the royal couple were looking their glamorous best. Kate chose a sequinned Jenny Packham gown, which showed off her amazing post-baby figure, and her favourite Jimmy Choo strappy platform sandals.

As any parent will know, the first night out without your baby can be a hard task. During his speech, the Duke of Cambridge said: ‘This is actually our first evening out without him, so please excuse us if you see us nervously casting cheeky glances at our mobile phones to check all is well back home.’

Prince George had been left in the capable hands of nanny Jessie Webb, 71, who had looked after Prince William and Harry as young boys.

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